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Fry Meadows Guard Station

FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION
FRY MEADOWS
FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION
FRY MEADOWS
FRY MEADOWS

About Fry Meadows Guard Station

Fry Meadows Guard Station offers the peaceful solitude of a remote nature-lover's paradise just south of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and west of the Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River. The surrounding area is steeped with native history and culture as it was once home to the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Walla Walla and Cayuse Indians. This site was originally established as a ranger station before 1908, part of the former Wenaha National Forest. The existing cabin was constructed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and was used as a remote guard station until about 1980. The two-room cabin provides a pleasant escape for up to six guests. Additional guests may pitch a tent in the yard. Pets are welcome but must be leashed and outside

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION
6 guests
$40.00
/ per night

Reviews (14)

What Guests Are Saying

Fry Meadows Guard Station is highly praised for its stunning views, clean and accessible cabin, and peaceful environment without other people or pets. It offers great amenities, including a firepit and propane heating, along with excellent hiking opportunities and wildlife sightings. Reviewers appreciate the rustic charm and look forward to returning.

Review Summary

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Ken R

Verified

August 22, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

5

This is one of the best cabins in Oregon.

Maureen M

Verified

June 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

5

The best place to take an old mountain dog on a bucket list trip. Stunning views, a creek nearby, very clean cabin that is accessible for disabled dogs, great firepit, and best of all, no other people or pets.

Anthony W

Verified

May 27, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

5

Great rustic cabin. When I was there I saw lots of beautiful wildflowers and some wildlife. Lots of places for hiking and enjoying the outdoors. Propane heat, stove & lighting. Nice firepit and outhouse. Two bunkbeds. Sleeps 6. I enjoyed it and look forward to going again someday.

John W

Verified

June 17, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

4

Quiet area very nice in Spring. Pack plenty of Ice, for some reason the U.S.F.S. decodes not to put a refrigerator in the cabin.

Dan B

Verified

November 24, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

1

We arrived at destination No heat in building. Lots of fumes..Tried contacting People to fix problem. No success. Got a motel in La Grande Oregon. Went back the next day same results

Michael P

Verified

July 14, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

5

We found the cabin very clean and tidy. All the screens on the windows were torn, so we couldn't open the windows at night which was a little of a bummer. The nights were cool and the days were terribly hots so that wasn't too much of an inconvenience.

Chris S

Verified

October 8, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

4

Very nice cabin located next to a meadow with wildlife passing through (turkeys, deer, elk). Very clean and in good condition with plenty of sleeping accommodations.

Lawrence W

Verified

October 6, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

5

The weather was cool and sometimes rainy, but we were comfortable in the propane heated cabin. There is a good view of the Grand Ronde River Canyon from forest service road 050.

Lorrie G

Verified

June 27, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

4

Loved the cabin. Nice to have heat and cooking facilities. Beds very comfortable. Only complaint was directions given from Elgin. We ended up at the fish hatchery on the first try. There were absolutely no signs from Elgin to the cabin, until final turnoff. Came back via road to Jubilee Lake. It was longer, but much better signage and roads.

Dan B

Verified

February 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

4

For what we did it was great The reason it was not excellent was water. But that was a small problem

Location Fry Meadows Guard Station

Address:
1415 W. Rose
Walla Walla, OR, 99362
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 45.7867 / -117.832

Elevation: 1258 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Entry to cabin is by combination lock; please call the Walla Walla Ranger District prior to arrival at (509) 522-6290, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

General

Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack in-pack out' facility

General

No pack animals or livestock allowed at the cabin

General

For current fire restrictions and closures, click here

General

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting remote cabins; click here to learn more

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